Computer network courses can help you learn about network architecture, protocols, security measures, and troubleshooting techniques. You can build skills in configuring routers and switches, managing firewalls, and optimizing network performance. Many courses introduce tools like Wireshark for packet analysis, Cisco Packet Tracer for simulation, and various network monitoring software, allowing you to apply your knowledge in practical scenarios and enhance your technical expertise.

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Network Analysis, Relational Databases, Data Visualization Software, Social Network Analysis, Data Storytelling, Database Theory, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Human Factors, Innovation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Google Cloud Platform, Network Planning And Design, Prompt Engineering Tools, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Generative AI Agents, General Networking, Network Engineering, Network Infrastructure, Network Architecture
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Microarchitecture, Computer Architecture, Hardware Architecture, Computer Hardware, Computer Systems, Embedded Systems, Data Storage, Computer Programming, C (Programming Language), C# (Programming Language)
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Network Performance Management, Network Monitoring, Performance Tuning, Google Cloud Platform, Performance Testing, Network Analysis, Hardware Architecture, Intranet
Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Network Routing, Network Architecture, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Network Planning And Design, Amazon Web Services, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Cloud Computing Architecture, Wide Area Networks, Network Infrastructure, Network Performance Management, Network Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Network Analysis, Operations Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Database Management, System Software, Databases, Relational Databases, Algorithms, Computer Architecture, Network Security, Computer Hardware, SQL, Computer Science, Development Environment, Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Program Development, Computer Programming, Data Modeling, Microsoft Development Tools
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Network Security, Vulnerability Scanning, Wireless Networks, Cybersecurity, Exploitation techniques, Linux, Vulnerability Assessments, Information Systems Security, Command-Line Interface, Network Analysis, Encryption, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), System Configuration, Software Installation, File Management, Virtual Machines
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Peripheral Devices, USB, Operating Systems, Computer Hardware, Data Storage Technologies, Hardware Troubleshooting, System Configuration, Electrical Safety, Technical Communication, Linux, File Systems, Information Technology, Microsoft Windows
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Network Architecture, Network Protocols, Wireless Networks, Network Performance Management, Network Planning And Design, Network Infrastructure, Communication Systems, Telecommunications, Emerging Technologies
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Ball State University
Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Full-Stack Web Development, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Collection, File Systems, SQL, Graph Theory, Database Systems, Software Development Methodologies, Database Management Systems, Statistical Methods, Data Wrangling, Theoretical Computer Science, Application Security, Cryptography, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Text Mining, Artificial Intelligence, Natural Language Processing
Earn a degree
Degree · 1 - 4 Years

Clemson University
Skills you'll gain: Human Computer Interaction, MySQL, Dimensionality Reduction, Data Cleansing, Matplotlib, Generative AI, Database Design, Software Development Methodologies, Databases, Usability, Relational Databases, Database Management Systems, Graph Theory, Data Structures, Reinforcement Learning, Data Mining, Systems Development Life Cycle, Responsible AI, Deep Learning, Machine Learning Methods
Earn a degree
Degree · 1 - 4 Years

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Computer Vision, Machine Learning Methods, Development Environment, Image Analysis, Machine Learning, Google Cloud Platform, Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours